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COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE FOR 14–18 YEAR OLDS

ProsPectus 2016–17

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enter a world of new opportunities…BE INSPIRED 1

FIND OUT ABOUT UTCs 2

WOMEN IN TECHNOLOGY 4

DISCOVER UTC READING 6

UTC READING GCSE AND A-LEVEL RESULTS 8

OUTSTANDING UTC 9

UTC READING – LEARN FOR THE REAL WORLD 10

THE KEY STAGE 4 CURRICULUM 14

SIXTH FORM OPTIONS 16

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS 20

LEARN IN A STATE-OF-THE-ART ENVIRONMENT 22

IMAGINE YOUR DAY AT UTC READING 26

INDUSTRY PARTNERS 27

JOIN AT 14 28

JOIN AT 16 30

FIND OUT MORE 31

Be inspiredAs you approach the beginning of GCSEs or Sixth Form, you’ll be facing some important choices about your learning. You’ll know that getting these decisions right will set you on the path to a great career. We’re really pleased that you’re thinking of coming to UTC Reading and taking advantage of the many opportunities we can offer you.

With us, you’ll be able to follow your areas of interest in either computer science or engineering while studying GCSEs, A-levels and getting invaluable practical skills from the best in the industry. This is because UTC Reading has the support of local, high profile industry and academic partners who help to shape the curriculum and work closely with our students.

We believe that students who attend UTC Reading, rated Outstanding in all categories by Ofsted in 2015, are given the best start in a variety of progression routes – last year our students progressed on to university, an apprenticeship, a sponsored degree programme or employment.

UTC Reading will offer you something different. And we expect you to want something different:

�� to follow your interest in computer science or engineering while studying for your GCSEs or A-Levels

�� to learn differently through challenges and projects set by our industry partners

�� to want the best chance of moving into employment or further and higher education in your chosen field

If you enjoy learning through doing, want to benefit from the latest technology and be in an environment that feels more like being at work than school, then UTC Reading could be for you.

We hope our guide will inspire you to find out more about the great opportunities we have to offer at UTC Reading and we would warmly welcome you to join us in September 2016.

Lee Nicholls, Chair of Governors

Joanne Harper, Principal

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A UTC is different from the average school because it has support and backing from local, high profile industry partners who are involved in the development of the curriculum. Each UTC also has academic partners who help make sure that it really can offer students the best of both worlds.

This means you can take advantage of real-world based study of a UTC’s specialist subjects while still taking the GCSEs and A-Levels that you would at school.

UTCs are for students aged 14 to 18, as this is the age when you’ll have a better idea of what you are really interested in and whether you would enjoy learning in high-tech surroundings.

The UK needs advanced technical skills at all levels if we are to prosper. Whether in manufacturing, wind farms, rail links or high-tech hospitals, we need a workforce that can develop new products, stretch and reuse existing resources, and meet the challenges of the future. UTCs are meeting the needs of the skills gap and by 2016 more than 30,000 students will be able to follow this new technical education pathway.

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What I’ve loved about being a student at the UTC is the study environment and the facilities available to us. I feel like I’ve been given many privileges compared to students at other schools because of the high quality teaching and the large number of industry partners linked to the UTC.

Working with the industry partners gives us the opportunity to familiarise ourselves with the business environment. Through projects with the partners, I’ve worked with different companies, gained knowledge about their business and had the opportunity to talk to their managers. Through these networking experiences I’ve had work experience with Cisco and an internship with Sytel Reply, where I continued to develop my technical and interpersonal skills.

The other big benefit of being at the UTC is being able to gain professional qualifications. My Microsoft Technical Academy (MTA) and Cisco CCNA 1 qualifications helped me to stand out at the Cisco apprenticeship assessment day.

I want to develop a career in networking and work at Cisco, and to help me achieve this I have been accepted on to Cisco’s apprenticeship programme. My time at the UTC helped as it gave me experience of working with large IT organisations and allowed me to specialise in networking during my extended bTEC diploma.

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UTC Reading | Guide for applicants | www.utcreading.org.uk

UTC Reading is an inclusive learning environment, and that includes girls who want to build a career in STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) industries.

We are committed to supporting girls who choose to study STEM subjects and build a career in technical industries. In partnership with the WISE campaign, we’ve established the South East WISE hub and work with local businesses and schools to proactively encourage and empower girls to study and build a STEM-based career.

CoMputer sCienCe and enGineerinG are not Just for Boys

Myth: Boys are better at mathematics and science than girls.

Reality: boys and girls are both capable of excelling in mathematics and science. Research by WISE and the Royal Engineering Academy found that girls achieve better or equal grades than boys at GCSE in most STEM subjects, and those that choose STEM at A-Levels achieve higher A*-C grades.

Myth: Girls don’t like technology.

Reality: Girls are very interested in technology, but cultural differences in the way boys and girls are raised typically limit the experiences girls have with different technologies.

Myth: Women can’t succeed professionally in engineering careers.

Reality: Engineering is still a male-dominated profession, but women can and do build successful careers in this field. WISE interviewed 300 female engineers and 98% said their job was rewarding.

steM seCtors need to Be aBle to draw on tHe wHole of tHe uK talent pool. aCCordinG to tHe royal soCiety of edinBurGH, inCreasinG tHe partiCipation of woMen in tHe steM laBour MarKet Could Be wortH at least £2Bn to tHe uK eConoMy.

woMen in teCHnoloGy

WE NEED TO LOOK AT hOW COMPUTING IS PRESENTED AT SChOOL. bY WORKING WITh PRIMARY SChOOLS, WE CAN bE AWARE OF ChANGES TO ThEIR CURRICULUM – SUCh AS ThE INTRODUCTION OF CODING – AND bE AbLE TO SUPPORT ThEM bY PROvIDING TRAINING AND RESOURCES FOR STAFF AND ENGAGING ACTIvITIES FOR STUDENTS TO hELP ENSURE ThAT GIRLS AREN’T TURNED OFF AT ThIS STAGE.

Alexandra hopkins, Student Recruitment & Development Lead at CGI UK and part of the South East WISE hub

Marissa Ann Mayer, President and CEO of Yahoo!

Jade Latter, 18

being at the UTC has given me some amazing opportunities to get to know different businesses. I’ve had work experience with Cisco and We Know Data. During my time at We Know Data I developed a programme they could use in their office to manage their projects and deadlines. I’m now in discussions with them about future opportunities at the company. Without being at the UTC, none of this would have been possible.

During my time at the UTC, I’ve gained Microsoft Technical Associate qualifications in software development fundamentals (in C#) and networking development fundamentals. having these qualifications gives my Cv a boost as they are well-known, as well as developing my knowledge and skills.

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disCover utC readinGdo you want to:�� Learn more about computers and/or engineering in a high-tech environment?

�� Have a career where your skills will be in demand?

�� Be sure of a route into further education, university, employment or an apprenticeship?

�� Move on from your secondary school because you are ready for exciting, real-world learning?

�� Study in a professional, work-like environment?

�� Complete assignments during the working day leaving you with spare time to pursue your other interests?

�� Learn in a relatively small community and enjoy plenty of individual help when you need it?

If you answered yes to any of the above, then UTC Reading could be ideal for you.

Key faCts for parents and Carers: �� There are no tests required for students to be accepted into UTC Reading

�� No more than 600 students will be accepted, with class sizes limited to 25 students to ensure that the ratio of teachers to students remains low

�� The school day typically runs from 8.30am to 5.00pm except on Mondays and Fridays when classes will finish at 4.30pm

�� The school year will follow a pattern similar to that of other local secondary schools

�� Curriculum content is determined and shaped through the partnership of employers and universities and developed in line with Government requirements

�� Students study well-known qualifications that and recognised by employers

�� The technology that students will use will be up to industry standard

hello and welcome to UTC Reading. As you decide whether the UTC is the right place for you, we wanted to tell you a bit about our time here.

At the UTC we have really flourished due to the learning environment and facilities available to us. It’s much more grown up and we have been given independence in how we work and learn best. having access to the independent learning zones at the centre of the UTC are extremely useful for working on our own and in a group.

We have a wide range of enrichment choices ranging from arts to sports at the UTC. As President and vice President, one of the things we’ve done is work with students to be their spokespeople and ensure enrichment reflects everyone’s interests. This year we worked with students to launch the UTC’s first football team.

We hope you move to the UTC and are excited about the opportunities that are ahead of you. See you soon!”

Anwar and Katherine

UTC Reading President and vice President 2014-15

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THE UK’S FIRST

OUTSTANDINGutc OFFICIALLY RATED BY OFSTED 2015

�� “The curriculum in the sixth form is exceptional. Students flourish in the specialist environment.”

�� “Teachers demonstrate impressive levels of subject knowledge, particularly in the college’s specialist subjects. This commands the respect of students and ensures high levels of engagement in their learning.”

�� “Students demonstrate exemplary behaviour in lessons. They are on time, well organised and keen to learn. Students respond enthusiastically to teachers’ questioning, and instinctively support each other in their learning. This positive approach contributes to students’ excellent learning.”

�� “inspiring leadership of the principal, supported and challenged by knowledgeable, highly effective governors and business partners, has resulted in outstanding achievement for students.”

TEAChERS’ hIGh EXPECTATIONS OF ALL STUDENTS ARE MATChED bY STUDENTS’ KEENNESS TO LEARN AND SUCCEED.OFSTED 2015

ThE bUSINESS-LIKE EThOS OF ThE COLLEGE PERMEATES ALL ASPECTS OF LEARNING. STUDENTS ARE PREPARED EXCEPTIONALLY WELL FOR ThEIR FUTURE LIvES IN MODERN bRITAIN.

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utC readinG GCse and a-level results 2015

100%IN 2015, UTC READING STUDENTS AChIEvED AN A-LEvEL PASS RATE OF 100% - ThE bTEC AvERAGE GRADE WAS DISTINCTION*

71%IN 2015, 71% OF YEAR 11 STUDENTS AChIEvED FIvE OR MORE A*-C GRADES (INCLUDING ENGLISh AND MAThS) – COMPARED WITh A NATIONAL AvERAGE OF 53.4%

In summer 2015 we received our first Ofsted inspection which found that UTC Reading is outstanding across all indicators. Here’s what they had to say:

Kai Man, 18 Sixth form student Kai Man achieved D*D*D* in his engineering bTEC and a grade A in maths A-level to secure a place studying civil engineering at bath University.

Kai said “I have met some amazing people at the UTC. The teachers are brilliant. Doing a bTEC and an A-level together is great preparation for university. I am used to studying hard, managing my own time and meeting deadlines.”

Yeukai Jiri, 16UTC Reading student Yeukai Jiri achieved eight A*s and one A in her GCSEs, together with a double distinction star (D*) for her bTEC in IT. She also got an A for AS maths, which she took a year early.

Yeukai said: “I came to UTC Reading in Year 10 as I was attracted by the more independent learning environment. The relationship with teachers is good and the technology focus suits me. I was keen to do the bTEC in IT and found it to be a really good course.”

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utC readinG – learn for tHe real worldOur aim is to become a world-class centre of excellence in computer science and engineering education for 14 to 18 year old girls and boys who are committed to succeed in these areas.Our students will be well-known for having the skills, attitude, behaviours, knowledge and experience that the world’s leading employers are looking for. You will be well connected with our industry partners such as Microsoft, Cisco, Peter brett Associates and Network Rail, which will give you access to great opportunities to learn from the best in the business.

tHe learninG experienCeYour learning experience at UTC Reading will be practical and engaging; you will work on exciting and relevant projects that are similar to what goes on in the work place. During these projects you will learn and work in a team in our purpose-built laboratories and project spaces.

You’ll also have plenty of time and quiet desk space to complete your independent study tasks. There will always be someone on hand to help if you get stuck and at the end of the day you can go home without homework looming over you. Of course, like anyone with a rewarding job, you’ll take your interests home with you, and we can’t promise that you won’t sometimes want to do a bit of extra reading or programming!

because our day is longer, you will need to manage your time effectively. It also means that you have the opportunity to take part in clubs and activities within the working day. Enrichment takes place twice a

week and will give you a refreshing break from your studies as you take on creative, sporting and social challenges of your choice. As well as being part of our broad curriculum, it will help you to enjoy life and to build up strong practical and social skills.

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IS ThE AvERAGE GRADUATE SALARY FOR ENGINEERING AND TEChNOLOGY – OvER A FIFTh MORE ThAN FOR ALL GRADUATES.

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1Peter Brett Associates – Reading train station regeneration

Peter brett Associates (PbA) created a brief to re-design the space between the new Reading train station and interchange with consideration of the community, surrounding buildings, sustainability and economic viability.

Teams had to complete research, develop initial design concepts and create their final design using CAD (computer aided design) technology and a scale model using the UTC’s 3D printers. Throughout the project, students attended lectures run by PbA, who also provided a mentor to each team. The mentors met four times with their teams, providing expert guidance and giving support and feedback.

The project finished in an exhibition-style presentation. Judges spent time at each team’s project space, shortlisting five teams to present their ideas at a formal presentation at PbA’s offices. The judges found the decision difficult since all teams were professional and confident in their final presentations. Ultimately it was brunel 4 who impressed the judges most with their creative flythrough built in gaming software Minecraft, heathrow check-in and sleeping pods.

eMployer proJeCts and CHallenGesLeading, local employers are behind UTC Reading, helping us to design and deliver project-based learning and challenges using real industry issues and scenarios. by working with an employer on an industry relevant project, you will build the relevant skill sets, plus meet industry standards and expectations which will prepare you for life in the workplace.

Project-based learning

Project-based learning is a key part of life at the UTC and is fully integrated into day-to-day lessons and learning experiences. Every student takes part in the projects working with others from across all year groups. Each project is linked to all parts of the curriculum from English and geography, to science and IT.

Thomas Stanley, brunel 4

WORKING ON ThE PETER bRETT ASSOCIATES PROJECT hAS bEEN EXCITING AND A REWARDING LEARNING EXPERIENCE FOR ME AS ThE TEAM’S PROJECT MANAGER. I’vE LEARNT A LOT AbOUT hOW TO MANAGE A TEAM AND ENSURE ThEY ARE COMPLETING ThEIR TASKS ON TIME.

2Students had to research, design and build a hypothetical level crossing for the local area. As part of the brief from Network Rail, Sytel Reply and FileMaker UK, teams had to consider disruptions to both the train service and road users during construction and when the crossing was in operation, plus the safety of maintenance staff when they carry out checks on the line.

Students organised between themselves who would take on roles such as project manager, mechanical specialist and data collection specialist. Each team was assigned an industry mentor who supported them throughout the project.

2D and 3D CAD software and a 3D printer were used to create their level crossing. Teams had to demonstrate to a panel of judges how their custom designed database worked and the coding they created to control their level crossing works on a hornby train set. Five finalist teams were shortlisted to present their project to a panel of industry judges.

The judges said that the winning team – brunel 4 – stood out because of the safety considerations and advanced use of coding to control the level crossing system.

3Cisco – classroom of the future

Cisco challenged students to design a classroom of the future that showcased the latest in technology and benefited not only UTC students, but key stakeholders in the local community, such as primary schools.

As part of the challenge, students split into teams to work on different competences - project management, physical security, virtual security, business case and marketing. They were mentored by employees from Cisco who gave invaluable insight and advice.

Students attended workshops and seminars led by Cisco that were relevant to their project role to broaden their understanding in areas such as project management skills, routing and switching of networks and project budgeting.

In the final weeks of the project, teams submitted their online project and marketing plans. IT teams spent an afternoon testing their online security and virtual security and business case teams had to present to a panel of experts on their elements of the project. Cisco awarded prizes to the best team for each competency and awarded an overall prize to Code.

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CORE EXAM SUBJECTS

Life as a student at UTC Reading will be unlike any school experience you’ve ever had before.

Using the latest technology, you will learn through projects and practical activities. Teaching staff run lessons and seminars to introduce new topics and are always on hand to offer support in our independent learning spaces. You’ll also work closely with our industry partners on projects and challenges they set.

Alongside choosing you specialism, all students will study the core curriculum subjects of mathematics, English, sciences, computer science, PE and the big Debate.

visit www.utcreading.org.uk for details on all courses studied at GCSE level.

speCialist optionsAt Key Stage 4, you will study one or both of our specialist areas. During the course of Key Stage 4 you will complete the equivalent of two GCSEs in either Computer Science (IT) or Engineering or one in each specialist area.

Find out more about our specialisms on our website: www.utcreading.org.uk

tHe Key staGe 4 CurriCuluM

Core subjects GCSE English

GCSE English Literature

GCSE Mathematics

GCSE Science

GCSE Computer Science

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big Debate (religious education, citizenship and personal, social and health education)

Specialist option (choose one)

A specialist qualification the equivalent to two GCSEs in either Computer Science (IT) or Engineering.

GCSE options: GCSE French

GCSE German

GCSE history

GCSE Geography

GCSE business Studies

Systems Control in Engineering

Engineering Design

Professional qualifications

Microsoft IT Academy

Cisco Academy

Autodesk

Andrei Chirovici, 15

Since joining the UTC, I’ve enjoyed taking my IT studies to the next level by working on different projects. The Cisco classroom of the future project was great because it was IT focused and gave me the opportunity to learn how to set up a large scale networking system. It also gave me the opportunity to learn from the Cisco mentors when they visited the UTC as they shared their knowledge and experience.

I’ve also been part of a pilot social media course with Social Retail Group and Fujitsu. I learnt about social media, how to use it as a marketing tool in a business and how to develop a social media strategy and activity plan.

I feel like I’m being prepared for the world of work as everything we do – the longer hours, dress code and projects – are similar to the business environment.

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sixtH forM optionsIn our Sixth Form, you can tailor your engineering or computer science studies to fit your individual interest, abilities and ambitions. You can also work towards A-Levels that complement your specialist studies.

speCialist optionsEngineering

A Level 3 bTEC will open up engineering career opportunities in civil, mechanical, electrical and electronic systems. There are various qualifications you can work towards:

�� Engineering BTEC Level 3 Certificate (equivalent to one AS-Level)

�� Engineering BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma (equivalent to one A-Level)

�� Engineering BTEC Level 3 Diploma (equivalent to two A-Levels)

�� Engineering BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (equivalent to three A-Levels)

Information Technology

A Level 3 bTEC will open up technical career opportunities in IT such as programming and software development or networking and communications. There are various qualifications you can work towards:

�� IT BTEC Level 3 Certificate (equivalent to one AS-Level)

�� IT BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma (equivalent to one A-Level)

�� IT BTEC Level 3 Diploma (equivalent to two A-Levels)

�� IT BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (equivalent to three A-Levels)

additional suBJeCtsPhysics, biology, chemistry, mathematics, further mathematics, computing, business studies and product design

Science and mathematics are key underpinning subjects for both engineering and computer science degree courses, and are highly regarded both by employers and by universities. Therefore alongside computing, business studies and product design, these are the A-Level subjects we offer at the UTC.

Level 3 extended project qualification

This gives huge scope to work and study a topic of your own choice. It is equivalent to an AS-Level and is valued by universities as it will demonstrate your skills in project management, communication, time management, research and writing.

Jake Devon, 18

Sixth former Jake Devon has taken up an unconditional offer to study business management at bournemouth University.

he said: “UTC Reading is very different from my school sixth form. It’s the best choice I could have made and I was lucky to get in at the last minute. There are loads of activities and projects and because it specialises in computing and engineering it is much more focused. It was really good to be able to get the extra professional certificates like Cisco and MTA Microsoft exams. I was less stressed at home because I did my work during the day. I think it will really prepare me for managing my time at university. I would recommend the UTC to anyone wanting to go into computing or engineering.”

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Blending Technical and academic qualificaTions

academic rouTe

�� BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering or IT

�� Level 3 Core Maths

�� Extended Project Qualification

�� One BTEC award or subsidiary diploma in engineering or IT and three A-levels

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�� One BTEC diploma in engineering or IT and two A-levels

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�� One extended BTEC diploma in engineering or IT and one A-level

�� Four A-levels

�� Employment

�� Advanced apprenticeship

Usamah Choudhry, 18

I’ve enjoyed having access to lots of technology at the UTC, as I love working with computers. It’s also been great to learn in a professional and mature environment – I’ve seen first-hand from being at Microsoft and CGI that the UTC is similar to the workplace.

I originally applied and had an interview for the CGI apprenticeship programme, but they thought I’d be better suited to their sponsored degree programme, so I took part in the assessment day and interview. because of all the projects I’ve worked on at the UTC, I was able to give relevant and detailed answers in all my interviews.

I’ll be starting the sponsored degree programme in September, I’ll spend one day a week at University of Winchester studying information systems and the rest of the week working and learning at CGI. It’s the best of both worlds and I’m really pleased to have this opportunity. I really feel like my career is beginning now.

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Alongside your GCSE and A-Level studies, you will have the opportunity to work towards professional qualifications that will set you apart from the crowd.

The focus at UTC Reading is on independent learning, and you will work towards these qualifications in your own time. You will have the opportunity to gain professional qualifications from:

�� Microsoft IT Academy

�� Cisco Academy

�� Autodesk

Our students were the first in the UK to become Microsoft Office Specialists (MOS) in the 2013 version of Microsoft Office and Year 10 student Rebekah is currently the youngest person in the country to become an Autodesk Certified User in AutoCAD.

Find out more about our professional qualifications on our website – www.utcreading.org.uk

professional QualifiCations

I’M CURRENTLY WORKING ON ThE AUTODESK qUALIFICATION. IT COMPLEMENTS MY ENGINEERING bTEC AND WILL bE bENEFICIAL IN FUTURE JObS AS I WILL ALREADY KNOW hOW TO USE ThE SOFTWARE.

59 professional QualifiCationsDURING ThE LAST ACADEMIC YEAR, 59 PROFESSIONAL qUALIFICATIONS WERE AChIEvED bY 32 YEAR 10 AND YEAR 12 STUDENTS

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IN 2015, ThE COUNTRY’S FIRST FUJITSU INNOvATION hUb WAS OPENED AT ThE UTC. ThE INNOvATION hUb AIMS TO ENhANCE TEAChING AND UNLEASh STUDENT POTENTIAL ThROUGh ThE USE OF DIGITAL TEChNOLOGY. ThE hUb IS USED bY UTC STUDENTS, LOCAL PRIMARY SChOOLS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS

UTC READING IS A STATE-OF-ThE-ART LEARNING CENTRE FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING. ALL ThE EqUIPMENT AND FACILITIES AT UTC READING ARE hIGh SPEC AND OF ThE STANDARD SPECIFIED bY OUR INDUSTRY PARTNERS.

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life on CaMpus Our UTC is truly at the leading edge of using technology in learning. Personal devices can be used anywhere to access your work and study resources. Our Microsoft and Cisco learning labs are high-tech and have their own dedicated IT infrastructure that you will use in your learning. When you’ve built up an appetite, you can eat in the contemporary dining area, where you can have a snack or a full meal.

Right at the heart of the UTC campus is what makes us really different. Our independent learning spaces offer a flexible, hot desk office working environment. You will pick up the habits and skill of planning your time and moving between individual desk work, meetings, briefings and practical tasks.

teCHnoloGy We believe that it is important that students not only have an in-depth understanding of technology but that they also understand how it is used in a day-to-day environment. You will be continually challenged in your IT skills and how to apply them in digital art, scientific work, music, humanities and sport.

enriCHMent Enrichment activities take place twice a week as we believe learning is enhanced by sports, arts and leadership building initiatives. The UTC has an indoor hall for games, dance and performance studio, fitness suite, music room and playing fields.

Students launch UTC football teamSince joining the UTC, Year 12 students Sean and Jack have organised for football training to be added to our enrichment offer, held trials for students to join the team and found a kit sponsor.

“We set up the football team because after working so hard throughout the day on our academic studies it’s great to have a release. Lots of us enjoying balancing our studies with sport – I think you need the balance to be happy.” said Sean.

Jack agrees and enjoyed setting up the team because he got to meet students from across the UTC: “Getting to know new students was one of the best parts of setting up the team. We’ve got a lot of new friends because of it.”

Music with The Rock Academy FoundationAs well as making the UTC their base, The Rock Academy Foundation has been working with our students to develop their musical talents. During enrichment, students have the option to continue to build on their musical skills, learn to play different instruments, write and produce music or practice with their band. bands and solo artists also have opportunity to perform at our termly student celebrations.

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UTC Reading is very fortunate to be supported by our sponsor, industry and academic partners who work with us to ensure we have everything we need as a centre of excellence in computer science and engineering.

Our partners are involved in a number of ways:

�� consultancy and advice on curriculum content

�� product and services donations

�� employer accreditations

�� employer-led projects and challenges

�� coaching and mentoring

�� providing work experience opportunities

lead sponsor

lead industry and aCadeMiC partners

Find out more about our industry and academic partners on our website – www.utcreading.org.uk

iMaGine your day at tHe utC

industry partnersNaomi Green

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Student no: 0305

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WE bELIEvE ThAT ThERE ShOULD bE A STRONG LINK bETWEEN EDUCATION AND INDUSTRY. EMPLOYERS CAN PLAY A KEY ROLE IN INSPIRING STUDENTS TO SEE hOW ThEIR LEARNING CAN bE APPLIED IN A FULFILLING FUTURE CAREER, AND ShOWING ThE vALUE OF LIFE-LONG LEARNING IN AChIEvING PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL GOALS.

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area 2RG7, RG8, RG9, RG10, RG12, RG27, RG31, RG40, RG41, RG42, RG45, GU46 and GU47

area 3RG14, RG18, RG19, RG21, RG22, RG23, RG24, RG26, SL1, SL2, SL4, SL5, SL6, SL7, GU14, GU15, GU17, GU18, GU19, GU20 and GU51

Full details of the UTC Reading admissions policy are available on our website.

Join at 14If you are currently in Year 9 you are able to apply for a place. There are no tests to join the UTC at 14.

UTCs are designed to be sub-regional provisions so we welcome students from a wide catchment area that includes Reading, Wokingham, West berkshire, South Oxfordshire, basingstoke and Deane, bracknell Forest, Windsor, Maidenhead and Wycombe.

Grouped postcode areas have been defined as the method to ensure geographical spread. This means that applicants living close to UTC Reading do not have priority over other applicants within the other part of the catchment. A set percentage of places will be allocated for young people living in each of the grouped post code areas as shown on the map below.

How to applyThere is now a co-ordinated admissions process In England with exchange of information between Local Authorities (LA). This means that you must apply to your home LA.

visit our website to find out which Local Authority you need to apply with: www.utcreading.org.uk

are you ready to Move froM sCHool to utC readinG? We believe that there are many very good reasons to choose UTC Reading at 14. however, we also understand that the decision to change school at 14 is a big one.

In Year 9 as you lead up to your transition to UTC Reading we will work with you, your family and your existing school to make sure that you are making the right decision. In making the move from school to UTC Reading it is important that:

�� you are not deciding on your own, but that you have the support of your existing school and your parents or carers

�� you come to taster events that we put on to get a feel for the UTC and what it will be like studying here

�� you come and talk to us

�� you take advantage of the support, guidance and welfare on offer

What matters to us is that you have made the right decision.

UTC READING IS RESPONDING TO ThE SKILL NEEDS OF LOCAL bUSINESSES, NAMELY ThOSE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING. ThIS IS AbOUT GIvING YOUNG PEOPLE OPPORTUNITY bUT ALSO GIvING ThEM ChALLENGE, bECAUSE EDUCATION IS ALWAYS GOING TO bE ChALLENGING.

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Join at 16If you are currently in Year 11 you can join the UTC after your GCSEs. Young adults from anywhere in the region can apply, regardless of where you live.

How to applyApplications for Sixth Form places are not co-ordinated by the Local Authority and applications must be made direct to the UTC. You should apply as soon as you can by completing our online application form. www.utcreading.org.uk

On receipt of your application form, we will invite you for a meeting to discuss your application. Your offer of a place is likely to be conditional on achieving certain GCSE grades.

In order to gain entry to the Sixth Form, you must have passed GCSE English and mathematics at grade A*- C. You will also need to achieve five GCSEs at A*-C.

I ENJOY bEING A UTC READING STUDENT FOR MANY DIFFERENT REASONS SUCh AS ThE ADULT LEARNING ENvIRONMENT, WORKING ON PROJECTS WITh STUDENTS OF ALL AGES AND DIFFERENT LEvELS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE AND LEARNING MORE AbOUT ThE INDUSTRY PARTNERS AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITh ThEM. Katherine hughes, 17

find out Moretaster eventsWe run a number of taster events and information sessions throughout the year. Please come along to find out more and ask any questions you have.

visit our website to find out when the next event is: www.utcreading.org.uk

Get in touCH There are a number of ways to contact us:

Phone: 0118 938 1020

Email: [email protected]

Visit: book an appointment to speak with a member of the teaching team:

UTC Reading, Crescent Road, Reading, RG1 5RQ

Keep up to date

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